Assistant Director of Coach Development
LOVB
Full-time
Remote
Worldwide
Professional Sports, Volleyball, Coaching, Director
Assistant Director of Coach Development
Level: Assistant Director
About LOVB (League One Volleyball):
League One Volleyball (LOVB) is reimagining women’s sports. Launched in 2019, our company is a mission-led sports performance, training, and media enterprise that will change the game of volleyball in the USA and empower new generations of female athletes.
It is a groundbreaking time for volleyball in the US with our historic triple Olympic Gold medals in
Women’s Indoor, Beach, and Sitting Volleyball. Volleyball is already the #1 most-played girls’ youth sport. There are 38M current and former players today. Of major sports, it’s the only one that is women-first (~90% of players are female). But the volleyball market has been almost entirely missed by traditional sports investors, brands, and media.
LOVB is capturing this opportunity by creating a strong club business, and from that built-in audience and fandom, is creating the best Pro League in the world with the inaugural season set to launch in November 2024. This community-up approach will drive participation and fandom, while enabling greater empowerment for girls and young women living this amazing sport. In this role, you will join a mission-driven, roll-up-your-sleeves team of innovators and builders who have come together to change the paradigm of professional volleyball and women’s sports.
Position Overview:
The goal of the Assistant Director of Coach Development is to empower and connect every LOVB coach, both professionally and personally, and to transform athletes’ lives on and off the court. The Assistant Director reports to the National Co-Directors of Coaching Development.
Responsibilities:
● Travel to 3-4 LOVB clubs each month to conduct coaching clinics, tailored to the unique needs of each club.
● Lead the development and implementation of coach development programs for LOVB’s network of coaches, with a focus on innovative teaching and coaching strategies.
● Serve as a mentor and resource for the Coach of Coaches at each LOVB Club, building and maintaining strong relationships.
● Create and curate educational content for LOVB’s intranet, “Haystack,” supporting coach development, practice planning, and other educational needs.
● Provide guidance to the Coach of Coaches, ensuring alignment with LOVB’s standards and objectives.
● Be a visible and approachable leader within the coaching community, fostering collaboration and providing support as needed.
● Represent LOVB’s values and mission at regional and national volleyball events, serving as an ambassador for the organization.
● Organize regional coach development clinics to provide advanced training and networking opportunities.
● Support the planning and execution of inter-club “Sister/Brother Club” visits to encourage collaboration and shared learning.
● Assist in the development and execution of 3- and 5-year strategic plans for Coach Development in partnership with club directors.
● Cultivate relationships with the broader volleyball community to bring expert perspectives to LOVB’s coaching network.
Qualifications:
● Strong understanding of the sport of volleyball and familiarity with the volleyball community.
● Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to listen actively and communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
● Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders; professionalism and maturity are key.
● Positive, proactive, and highly organized team player with the ability to think strategically and execute effectively.
● Energetic, approachable, and optimistic; capable of working with a variety of personalities.
● Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
● Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, to meet the needs of the volleyball community.
Personal attributes:
● Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
● Fluent in English (written and spoken); multilingual capabilities are a plus.
● Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to work based on the evolving needs of the business.
● High level of integrity and professionalism.
● Strong organizational and time-management skills, with a keen attention to detail.
● Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and able to work independently.
● Collaborative mindset, willing to contribute to team efforts and adapt to changing priorities.
● Continuous improvement mindset, always striving for excellence in your work.